OhioHealth
Overview
Lactation Consultant - Women's and Newborn OhioHealth is seeking a Lactation Consultant - Women's and Newborn to participate in the development and implementation of lactation services, including clinical, rental, and retail services. The role provides patient care through individualized consultation and telephone help line support. Responsibilities And Duties
Provides education, demonstration and assistance with the correction of breastfeeding problems for mothers and infants, beyond the scope of normal nursing care, during individualized sessions before, during or after the hospital stay. (80% of time) Maintains equipment, supplies and educational material needed for patient care. Coordinates breast pumps and retail accessories – rental and sales. (8% of time) May provide prenatal and post-discharge classes and support for breastfeeding mothers. Participates in education and training of other Lactation Nurses. (5% of time) Collaborates in writing policies, procedures, standards and educational materials for the Lactation Program and maintains continuity of care with the Lactation Consultant. (2% of time) Engages in continuing education for self-development and growth; attends workshops, educational meetings and conferences; reads current obstetric, pediatric and lactation literature. (3% of time) May participate in research, planning and application for CEUs and implements in-services for staff for breastfeeding information. (2% of time) Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree (Required) RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing Desirable qualifications
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Professional certification as International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with three years in a clinical setting. Highly developed interpersonal relationship skills. Advanced leadership, communication and clinical skills. Thorough understanding of adult education principles. Strong knowledge base in physiology and pathophysiology related to breastfeeding. Clinical experience in perinatal areas with focus on post-partum care. Work Shifts and Schedule
Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Needed Department
Womens and Newborn Unit 1 Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all persons in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
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Lactation Consultant - Women's and Newborn OhioHealth is seeking a Lactation Consultant - Women's and Newborn to participate in the development and implementation of lactation services, including clinical, rental, and retail services. The role provides patient care through individualized consultation and telephone help line support. Responsibilities And Duties
Provides education, demonstration and assistance with the correction of breastfeeding problems for mothers and infants, beyond the scope of normal nursing care, during individualized sessions before, during or after the hospital stay. (80% of time) Maintains equipment, supplies and educational material needed for patient care. Coordinates breast pumps and retail accessories – rental and sales. (8% of time) May provide prenatal and post-discharge classes and support for breastfeeding mothers. Participates in education and training of other Lactation Nurses. (5% of time) Collaborates in writing policies, procedures, standards and educational materials for the Lactation Program and maintains continuity of care with the Lactation Consultant. (2% of time) Engages in continuing education for self-development and growth; attends workshops, educational meetings and conferences; reads current obstetric, pediatric and lactation literature. (3% of time) May participate in research, planning and application for CEUs and implements in-services for staff for breastfeeding information. (2% of time) Minimum Qualifications
Associate's Degree (Required) RN - Registered Nurse - Ohio Board of Nursing Desirable qualifications
Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC), Professional certification as International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with three years in a clinical setting. Highly developed interpersonal relationship skills. Advanced leadership, communication and clinical skills. Thorough understanding of adult education principles. Strong knowledge base in physiology and pathophysiology related to breastfeeding. Clinical experience in perinatal areas with focus on post-partum care. Work Shifts and Schedule
Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours: As Needed Department
Womens and Newborn Unit 1 Equal Employment Opportunity
OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all persons in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment.
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